Gail Post, PhD: A Psychologist's Perspective

Gail Post, PhD: A Psychologist's Perspective

Help Your Gifted Child Build Resilience This Summer

Those lazy, hazy days of summer can be a great time for resilience-building. Use this time wisely.

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Gail Post, Ph.D.
May 21, 2025
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Summer is that mixed bag of fun, freedom, a reprieve from responsibilities… and long stretches of boredom and isolation. At least for many gifted kids. Separated from their school friends, anxious about starting a new class or camp, and lacking structure from the school year, many feel lost and alone.

Some parents initiate a flurry o…

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